Archive · 19 May 2025
Few Mumbai Colleges May Delay Apprenticeship Programs
The government wants colleges to start programs where students learn skills through apprenticeships while getting their degrees.
However, many colleges are hesitant to start these new programs right away.
They're worried about changing their schedules, not having enough teachers, and needing to make deals with companies.
Some colleges are already offering similar programs or are still adjusting to new rules.
One college is ready to launch the program, and another has already started with a small group of students.
The government is working to help colleges, but some are concerned about the delay.
The state government plans to launch apprenticeship-embedded degree programs (AEDP) next month.
Many autonomous colleges are apprehensive about implementing the initiative this year.
Colleges cite concerns about schedule disruptions, infrastructure, and the need to sign MoUs.
Some colleges already offer similar programs or are adapting to the National Education Policy (NEP).
One college is prepared, and another has started a pilot program.
- Who
- Autonomous colleges, the state government, and students.
- What
- The launch of Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programmes (AEDP).
- When
- Next year
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- Colleges are hesitant due to preparation concerns, admission schedules, and infrastructure issues.
Colleges with Concerns
Government Perspective
Readiness
Colleges with Concerns
Many colleges feel unprepared to launch the new apprenticeship programs this year, citing timing, infrastructure, and resource constraints.
Government Perspective
Some colleges are ready or partially prepared to launch AEDP.
- AEDP
- Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programmes
- Location
- Mumbai
- MCC Students Enrolled
- 20
- Colleges/Universities Started AEDP in 2024
- Six
